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WK12 YGW

2012 Yamaha Wr 125 R

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

19,510 mi
Last recorded19,510 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Yamaha Wr 125 R12,355 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK12 YGW
MakeYamaha
ModelWr 125 R
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 19,510 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 19,323 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2025 19,320 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 18,677 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2023 18,677 miles

Central Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Central Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 17,720 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2022 17,720 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 17,110 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Oct 2021 17,095 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Central Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Central Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2020 13,901 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 May 2019 9,966 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Jan 2017 9,404 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 9,033 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 8,561 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Wr 125 R?

Based on 4,705 MOT tests across 599 vehicles.

73.3%
Pass Rate
1,432
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
599
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 118
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 103
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 87
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 65
Wheel spoke excessively loose 59
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WK12 YGW is a 2012 Yamaha Wr 125 R in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2012 Yamaha Wr 125 R models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 12,355 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha Wr 125 R fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WK12 YGW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Wr 125 R typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Yamaha Wr 125 R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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WK12 YGW is a 2012 Yamaha Wr 125 R, first registered on 23 March 2012.

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